Pricing ranges from
    $4,860 – 9,330/month

    Sunrise of Sunnyvale

    633 S Knickerbocker Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

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    I'm very pleased with Sunrise - the staff are kind, professional and attentive, meals are delicious, and activities are varied and engaging. The place feels clean, home-like and safe, with strong medical support and helpful administration that made move-in smooth. Communication is easy, the personal touch gives my family real peace of mind, and I happily recommend it.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Hospice waiver
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program
    • Respite program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Internet
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Spa
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Memory care community services

    • Dementia waiver
    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Located close to restaurants
    • Located close to shopping centers
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Family private dining rooms
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor patio
    • Outdoor space
    • Pet friendly
    • Religious/meditation center
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Continuing learning programs
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.50·(134)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.6
    • Staff

      4.5
    • Meals

      4.2
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      2.9

    Pros

    • Compassionate and attentive caregiving staff
    • Responsive nursing presence and clinical oversight
    • Clean, well-maintained public areas
    • Bright, sunlit apartments and common spaces
    • Restaurant-style dining with varied menus
    • Engaging activities program (exercise, music, games)
    • Robust memory-care programming and secure units
    • Multiple indoor common areas and outdoor spaces
    • Strong move-in and transition support
    • Transportation assistance for appointments
    • Chef-driven menus and culturally diverse options
    • Personalized, family-oriented care approaches
    • Pet-friendly environment
    • Variety of apartment sizes and furnishing choices
    • Active social environment with volunteers and community events

    Cons

    • English-language barriers among some direct-care staff
    • Inconsistent dining quality and meal preference alignment
    • Variable family communication and orientation processes
    • Delays in caregiver responsiveness and medication timing
    • Pricing perceived as high with limited upfront clarity
    • Maintenance and sanitation inconsistencies in some areas
    • Limited room size and layout for certain shared arrangements
    • Accessibility limits for bariatric equipment and some mobility needs
    • Activity scheduling and access mismatches for some residents
    • Staffing turnover and limited full-time clinical coverage
    • Operational vulnerability in transportation services

    Summary of reviews

    Sunrise of Sunnyvale presents as a community with notable strengths in staffing, environment, and programming alongside several recurring operational limitations. Across reviews, caregiving staff are frequently described as compassionate, engaged, and responsive; many families highlight a proactive nursing presence and person-centered care plans. Move-in support, welcoming tours, and ongoing family communication are cited positively in numerous accounts. The community emphasizes restaurant-style dining with varied menus, chef-driven options, and culturally diverse selections, and many residents respond well to the food and dining environment.

    Activity programming is a clear asset: the community offers daily exercise, music, games, memory-boosting activities, volunteer engagement, and regular social events. Memory-care services are described as structured and secure, with dedicated programming and locked units that facilitate engagement for residents living with dementia. Common areas are generally bright, well-decorated, and sunlit, and the site includes multiple indoor gathering spaces and outdoor patios that support social interaction and family visits.

    Operationally, reviewers describe several patterns that merit attention. Communication and administrative processes are uneven: while many families experience strong, helpful management, others describe billing disputes, unclear pricing changes, and inconsistent family orientation. Clinical responsiveness also varies; some accounts note timely medication management and attentive nursing, while others describe delays in medication timing and caregiver response. Language barriers among portions of the direct-care staff create ongoing communication challenges for non‑English speakers and families who require interpreter support.

    Facility condition and accessibility are mixed. Public areas are often well maintained and clean, but isolated maintenance or sanitation inconsistencies are noted (for example, carpet stains and pet-related sanitation concerns in specific areas). Certain apartments and shared-room layouts are perceived as small for two people or for accommodating larger mobility equipment; accessibility for bariatric wheelchairs may be limited. Staffing continuity and the availability of full-time clinical specialists (such as round‑the‑clock RN coverage or on‑site physical therapy) are described as constrained in some accounts, and transportation services have experienced operational interruptions that can affect appointment scheduling.

    In balance, Sunrise of Sunnyvale appears to deliver strong, relationship-based care with lively programming and an attractive physical environment for many residents. Prospective residents and families should weigh these strengths against operational considerations: evaluate language needs, confirm pricing and billing policies up front, review specific apartment dimensions for mobility or caregiver needs, and discuss clinical staffing coverage and transportation contingencies during a tour. A few families reported serious negative experiences (including contested discharges and billing disputes); these appear less common but are important to address directly with management during the decision process.

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    Location

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    Sunrise of Sunnyvale is located at 633 S Knickerbocker Dr, Sunnyvale, CA, 94087.

    About Sunrise of Sunnyvale

    Sunrise Of Sunnyvale has a campus designed for seniors who need different levels of care, so you'll find independent living, assisted living, memory care like the Reminiscence Program and Terrace Club, skilled nursing, and even short-term or respite stays, plus there's Dignity Home Care and hospice right there. The memory care community stays secure with a wander alert system where technology keeps an eye on residents and alerts staff if someone tries to go where it's unsafe, and the area stays locked to protect folks who wander, with staff and nurses always there, day and night, along with a doctor on call to help with any health needs including medication, insulin shots, and blood sugar checks, and behavioral care for those who need extra support. Staff help with things like bathing, dressing, grooming, and using the bathroom, and if a resident needs more, from standby help to using a mechanical lift, they're equipped for it. You'll see rooms for all needs, like studios, one-bedrooms, and semi-private spots, and you get clear pricing estimates. Folks can keep their care level light or move up to complex nursing as needed, and the community welcomes those with trouble walking, those at risk for elopement, and those with physical behaviors, so almost all needs get covered. The full-time activity director, Sanjay, makes sure there are daily outings to Central Park, plenty of onsite and offsite programs, art classes, learning sessions, faith services-with Catholic and Jewish options-and even group trips so everyone can find something social or spiritual.

    Communal rooms are homey, with things like armchairs, built-in bookshelves, sunlit fireplaces, French doors to patios, and enclosed courtyards, plus spaces like the rooftop garden with views, home-cooked meals in a bistro or the dining room with set tables and comfy chairs, snack kitchens, and patios with wicker furniture and water features for relaxing outside. Some rooms have kitchenettes with sinks, mini-fridges, cabinets, and nice artwork, while accessible bathrooms have grab bars, vanity sinks, fresh towels, and walk-in showers or big tubs for everyone's comfort, and Wi-Fi keeps folks connected. Meals are cooked in-house, served restaurant style, and cover almost any need-vegetarian, low-sodium, low-sugar, kosher, and special diets. People can keep a pet, with the community staying friendly for cats and dogs, and there's an onsite beautician for self-care. Transportation is easy since the property's near bus lines, and there's both complimentary and paid rides for outings or appointments. Housekeeping keeps things clean and there aren't strong smells, which many people notice. Family members get regular updates from the admin staff, so everyone knows what's going on. Sunrise Of Sunnyvale keeps care personal, focusing on each resident's well-being, with programs and activities meant to keep folks active and feeling good with as much independence as possible, and you'll see staff are trained specifically to help people with dementia so the memory care areas stay safe and comforting, reducing confusion and helping prevent wanderers from getting lost. The entire community supports aging in place, so most people don't have to move as needs change, and there's always a focus on nutritious food, wellness, and matching care plans to each person's wants, needs, and preferences, all backed by more than 35 years of experience.

    About Sunrise Senior Living

    Sunrise of Sunnyvale is managed by Sunrise Senior Living.

    Sunrise Senior Living is one of the largest senior care operators in North America, managing over 270 communities across the United States and Canada with approximately 22,000 employees. Founded in 1981 by Paul and Terry Klaassen in Oakton, Virginia, Sunrise pioneered the Victorian mansion-style senior living community design, inspired by Dutch senior care models and European hospitality concepts. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, Sunrise offers a comprehensive continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and hospice coordination.

    The company's signature memory care programs include Terrace Club Neighborhoods for residents with early to moderate memory loss, and Reminiscence Neighborhoods for those with advanced Alzheimer's and dementia. As an Authorized Validation Organization, Sunrise practices the Validation Method—which they call "exquisite listening"—using empathy-based communication techniques to reduce anxiety and improve quality of life for memory care residents. Their Live With Purpose™ programming engages residents through personalized activities aligned with their interests and life experiences.

    Sunrise leverages advanced technology including Sunrise CareConnect, an electronic health record system built on PointClickCare technology that enables real-time documentation, comprehensive health tracking, and remote access for healthcare providers. The Road Home Program offers specialized 30-day transitional care for seniors discharged from hospitals or rehabilitation centers, providing medication management and 24/7 support.

    The company has achieved notable sustainability certifications, with facilities earning WELL Health-Safety Rating, WELL Equity Rating, ENERGY STAR® certifications, and LEED Silver designation. Sunrise communities feature Individualized Service Plans, Designated Care Managers, and welcome pets, with many locations maintaining community cats or dogs. After celebrating 40 years in 2021, Sunrise continues its mission to champion quality of life for all seniors through their resident-centered, holistic approach to senior care.

    People often ask...

    Sunrise of Sunnyvale offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $4,860 per month.

    Sunrise of Sunnyvale offers assisted living and memory care.

    There are 46 photos of Sunrise of Sunnyvale on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 633 S Knickerbocker Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94087.

    No, Sunrise of Sunnyvale does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In California, the Department of Social Services' Community Care Licensing Division licenses residential care facilities for the elderly, conducting inspections and investigating complaints.

    License number435200806
    StatusLicensed
    Facility typeResidential Care Elderly
    Capacity103 residents
    LicenseeSUNRISE SENIOR LVG MGT; AL III INVEST LLC
    EffectiveJuly 10th, 2000
    View the official license record

    Inspection Reports

    15

    Reports

    2

    Type A Citations

    0

    Type B Citations

    5

    Complaints

    8

    Years

    07 May 2026Inspection
    Identified that approximately $100 had gone missing from a resident's safe and that an outside party was suspected. A police report was filed.
    09 Jan 2026Complaint
    Investigated the allegations that staff touched a resident in an inappropriate manner and that staff harassed a resident by engaging in inappropriate conversations; found no preponderance of evidence to prove either.
    28 Jul 2025Inspection
    Identified a medication administration error that caused two extra days of a prescribed medication and missing prior dosing records.
    • Type A87465(c)(2)
    04 Mar 2025Complaint
    Investigated an allegation that neglect led to serious bodily injury; found it unfounded.
    25 Jul 2024Inspection
    Observed overall compliance with safety and care standards; no deficiencies were cited.
    26 Jul 2022Inspection
    Found no deficiencies; areas observed clean, stocked with paper towels and hand soap, adequate food supplies, and PPE available.
    22 Jun 2021Inspection
    Observed infection-control measures at the site, including a single entry point with temperature screening, hand sanitizer, and masks; no deficiencies were cited, but an advisory note was issued.
    22 Jun 2021Complaint
    Investigated the allegation that staff limited visitation by a family member; found it unsubstantiated.
    22 Jun 2021Complaint
    Investigated an allegation that a resident sustained an injury while in care; multiple interviews and records found no evidence of abuse.
    10 Feb 2021Inspection
    Found no deficiency cited; a tele-Case Management session reviewed infection-control measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including entry screening, masking, hand hygiene, social distancing, and isolation procedures.
    26 Jan 2021Inspection
    Found that a resident wandered off unassisted and sustained an injury.
    • Type A87464
    21 Dec 2020Inspection
    Reviewed amendments to December 7, 2018 case management notes with the executive director, who reviewed and signed. Identified that the original and amended notes reflected the agreed changes.
    28 May 2020Complaint
    Confirmed water damage allegation due to overflow from a room, affecting another room and a stairwell, with subsequent renovations following expert assessment showing microbial-like staining in one area.
    22 Jan 2020Inspection
    Determined no abuse or neglect in handling of resident incident and no deficiencies found during health and safety check.
    07 Dec 2018Inspection
    Verified that the individual was no longer present, employed, or residing at the home, and their name was removed from the roster.

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